coordinated flight
[/koʊˈɔrdɪneɪtɪd flaɪt/]
nounpl: coordinated flights
voo coordenado
1. A flight maneuver or state where an aircraft maintains balanced control inputs with proper coordination between rudder, ailerons, and elevators to execute smooth turns without slipping or skidding
The pilot demonstrated excellent coordinated flight during the turn, maintaining a constant altitude and bank angle.
O piloto demonstrou excelente voo coordenado durante a curva, mantendo uma altitude e ângulo de inclinação constantes.
2. In aviation training, the ability to control an aircraft smoothly using proper technique to prevent unintended lateral or vertical movement
Mastering coordinated flight is essential for safe and efficient aircraft operation.
Dominar o voo coordenado é essencial para a operação segura e eficiente da aeronave.
3. In formation flying, multiple aircraft flying in organized formation while maintaining precise spacing and alignment
The military jets performed coordinated flight in a tight V-formation.
Os caças militares realizaram voo coordenado em formação V fechada.
Coordinated flight is a fundamental concept in both Brazilian and American aviation training. It represents one of the core competencies taught in flight schools and is critical for pilot certification. The term reflects the technical precision valued in aviation culture across both English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep the aircraft coordinated
maintain coordinated flight
lose coordination in flight
practice coordinated flight
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